1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Tickford | GS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
